Work whereevery momentmattersEvery day over Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common Pride in what we do knowing every moment matters here We invite you to become part of Connecticutrsquos most comprehensive healthcare network The Greater Manchester Region has approximately employees It includes Manchester Memorial Hospital a bed community hospital Rockville General a campus of Manchester Memorial Hospital a bed facility a large multispecialty provider group and visiting nurse services The Greater Manchester Region serves a region of people in townsPOSITION SUMMARYInterventional Radiology IR technologist is responsible for providing patient services using invasive cardiovascular technology under the direction of a provider leading to the diagnosis and treatment of congenital and acquired organ and vascular diseaseResponsible for performing routine to complex diagnostic and therapeutic technical procedures at a level that does not require constant supervision of technical detail IR technologists assist in the performance of a variety of procedures requiring independent judgment good knowledge of anatomy and high technical knowledge of equipment The IR technologist has a constant awareness of infection control standards the importance of sterility and an acute awareness of patient care protocols The IR technologist will be responsible for representing the Organization to the IR patient in both the outpatient and inpatient settingCOMPETENCIESmiddot Must have a complete working knowledge in the principals of physics anatomy medical terminology sterile technique and radiation protection as it relates to Radiology practicemiddot The ability to speak read and write using the English language is required in order to read procedures that are ordered communicate with patientsmiddot The incumbent must be able to effectively communicate with individuals from all age groups and demonstrate patience and empathy with patientsmiddot Communicates appropriately using good interpersonal skills Positive professional demeanor is projected through verbal and non verbal communicationsmiddot Must have access to reliable transportation to travel between multiple work sites and travel is required in order to perform essential dutiesmiddot Successfully complete ECHNrsquos High Reliability Organization EducationESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES Performs all routine radiographic procedures according to department standards protocols and guidelines required by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists ARRT and the State of Connecticut Performs quality and compassionate patient care utilizing appropriate age specific standards in order to ensure patient cooperation safety and satisfaction Verifies physician orders on requisitions prior to proceeding of the time Critiques and assesses the overall quality of images taken Uses a combination of skill experience and judgment in improving the quality of images ie adjusts the contrast manipulates the size of the image annotates etc Provides careful critique and assessment of image quality Properly sets up angiographic equipment so it is ready to function prior to the exam including selecting correct accession number from the modality work list Sterile technique policies and practices are followed and monitored Maintains adequate stock levels and personal protection equipment in the Angio Suite Has a good knowledge of the roomrsquos stock and where items are located Actively participates in the maintenance of stock and the ordering of supplies Maintains professionalism in line with the Organizationrsquos Core Values during stressful situations with minimal disruption of professional capabilities Exhibits accuracy in computer patient and diagnostic procedure documentation Exhibits a willingness to accomplish a task and works well as a team member Participates in various teaching andor learning opportunities in order to further their own personal knowledge and to assist in expanding the knowledge of others Efficiently and effectively provides procedural support for a variety of patient procedures Utilizes proper safety measures during procedures for all people present in the room to ensure minimum physical risk for patients self and staff Wears radiation badge every day of work Responsible for achieving quality assurance measures and requirements Quality images are consistently sent to PACS Universal Protocol checklists are completed properly Assist in training newly hired staff Successfully completes any continuing education staff meetings and training Participates as a team member and is accountable for own work responsibilities Feedback is solicited and accepted in a positive manner Accountability for actions and decisions is demonstrated in daily work Recognizes and performs duties to maximize team effort and patient throughput such as room prep restocking supplies and offering assistance to others when own assignments are completed Serves manages and supports internal and external customers Change is met with positive supportive behavior Help is offered to others to solve problems and complete tasks to facilitate communication and positive team dynamicsWork whereevery momentmattersEvery day over Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common Pride in what we do knowing every moment matters here We invite you to become part of Connecticutrsquos most comprehensive healthcare network The Greater Manchester Region has approximately employees It includes Manchester Memorial Hospital a bed community hospital Rockville General a campus of Manchester Memorial Hospital a bed facility a large multispecialty provider group and visiting nurse services The Greater Manchester Region serves a region of people in townsPOSITION SUMMARYInterventional Radiology IR technologist is responsible for providing patient services using invasive cardiovascular technology under the direction of a provider leading to the diagnosis and treatment of congenital and acquired organ and vascular diseaseResponsible for performing routine to complex diagnostic and therapeutic technical procedures at a level that does not require constant supervision of technical detail IR technologists assist in the performance of a variety of procedures requiring independent judgment good knowledge of anatomy and high technical knowledge of equipment The IR technologist has a constant awareness of infection control standards the importance of sterility and an acute awareness of patient care protocols The IR technologist will be responsible for representing the Organization to the IR patient in both the outpatient and inpatient settingCOMPETENCIESmiddot Must have a complete working knowledge in the principals of physics anatomy medical terminology sterile technique and radiation protection as it relates to Radiology practicemiddot The ability to speak read and write using the English language is required in order to read procedures that are ordered communicate with patientsmiddot The incumbent must be able to effectively communicate with individuals from all age groups and demonstrate patience and empathy with patientsmiddot Communicates appropriately using good interpersonal skills Positive professional demeanor is projected through verbal and non verbal communicationsmiddot Must have access to reliable transportation to travel between multiple work sites and travel is required in order to perform essential dutiesmiddot Successfully complete ECHNrsquos High Reliability Organization EducationESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES Performs all routine radiographic procedures according to department standards protocols and guidelines required by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists ARRT and the State of Connecticut Performs quality and compassionate patient care utilizing appropriate age specific standards in order to ensure patient cooperation safety and satisfaction Verifies physician orders on requisitions prior to proceeding of the time Critiques and assesses the overall quality of images taken Uses a combination of skill experience and judgment in improving the quality of images ie adjusts the contrast manipulates the size of the image annotates etc Provides careful critique and assessment of image quality Properly sets up angiographic equipment so it is ready to function prior to the exam including selecting correct accession number from the modality work list Sterile technique policies and practices are followed and monitored Maintains adequate stock levels and personal protection equipment in the Angio Suite Has a good knowledge of the roomrsquos stock and where items are located Actively participates in the maintenance of stock and the ordering of supplies Maintains professionalism in line with the Organizationrsquos Core Values during stressful situations with minimal disruption of professional capabilities Exhibits accuracy in computer patient and diagnostic procedure documentation Exhibits a willingness to accomplish a task and works well as a team member Participates in various teaching andor learning opportunities in order to further their own personal knowledge and to assist in expanding the knowledge of others Efficiently and effectively provides procedural support for a variety of patient procedures Utilizes proper safety measures during procedures for all people present in the room to ensure minimum physical risk for patients self and staff Wears radiation badge every day of work Responsible for achieving quality assurance measures and requirements Quality images are consistently sent to PACS Universal Protocol checklists are completed properly Assist in training newly hired staff Successfully completes any continuing education staff meetings and training Participates as a team member and is accountable for own work responsibilities Feedback is solicited and accepted in a positive manner Accountability for actions and decisions is demonstrated in daily work Recognizes and performs duties to maximize team effort and patient throughput such as room prep restocking supplies and offering assistance to others when own assignments are completed Serves manages and supports internal and external customers Change is met with positive supportive behavior Help is offered to others to solve problems and complete tasks to facilitate communication and positive team dynamicsEDUCATIONCERTIFICATIONmiddot Graduate of an AMA approved Radiologic Technology programmiddot Associates degree required Bachelors preferredmiddot RTR certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists ARRT may not be on any type of probation Vascular Interventional VI Radiography Certification by the ARRT preferredmiddot Maintain a valid State of Connecticut License to practice Radiographic technical proceduresmiddot On an on going basis the incumbent must obtain the mandatory number of continued educational units CEUrsquos needed to maintain the currency of state licensuremiddot The employee must take and pass the mandatory annual education program and meet the age specific knowledgeskill requirements annuallymiddot Must be certified in Basic Cardiac Life Support BLS upon hire or receive certification within the new employee introductory orientation period and maintain competency during employment within this rolemiddot Must possess and maintain a valid driverrsquos license and an acceptable driving record in accordance with organizational policyWe take great care of careersWith locations around the state Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth Here you are part of an organization on the cutting edge ndash helping to bring new technologies breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men women and children We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving colleagues we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure worklife balance Every moment matters And this isyour momentEDUCATIONCERTIFICATIONmiddot Graduate of an AMA approved Radiologic Technology programmiddot Associates degree required Bachelors preferredmiddot RTR certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists ARRT may not be on any type of probation Vascular Interventional VI Radiography Certification by the ARRT preferredmiddot Maintain a valid State of Connecticut License to practice Radiographic technical proceduresmiddot On an on going basis the incumbent must obtain the mandatory number of continued educational units CEUrsquos needed to maintain the currency of state licensuremiddot The employee must take and pass the mandatory annual education program and meet the age specific knowledgeskill requirements annuallymiddot Must be certified in Basic Cardiac Life Support BLS upon hire or receive certification within the new employee introductory orientation period and maintain competency during employment within this rolemiddot Must possess and maintain a valid driverrsquos license and an acceptable driving record in accordance with organizational policyWe take great care of careersWith locations around the state Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth Here you are part of an organization on the cutting edge ndash helping to bring new technologies breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men women and children We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving colleagues we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure worklife balance Every moment matters And this isyour moment